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Watch: The 'firefall' offers a grand glimpse of a glow in flow

Once a year around this time, when conditions are just right, Horsetail Fall in Yosemite National Park lights up at sunset with a majestic spectacle of orange and yellow. See the phenomenon in action.
by Colin Dwyer

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Pet-directed speech may convey intentions in subtle ways

Pet-directed speech may convey intentions in subtle ways

In using pet-directed speech -- similar to how some moms talk to babies -- with our dogs, we may aim to optimize communication of our intentions and emotions, explains anthropologist Barbara J. King.
by Barbara J. King

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'Arctic Riviera': Global birders flock to northeast Minnesota bog

'Arctic Riviera': Global birders flock to northeast Minnesota bog

Sax-Zim Bog doesn't look like much, but it's a rock star in the sometimes fanatical world of international birding. Come on the search for the "king of the bog," the elusive great gray owl.
by Dan Kraker

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Recycling woes linger for some St. Paul residents

Recycling woes linger for some St. Paul residents

While the reboot of residential recycling in St. Paul has gotten off to a rocky start, Eureka Recycling and city officials both say they think the effort has turned a corner.
by Tim Nelson

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13 Minnesota chefs, 2 restaurants among James Beard semifinalists

13 Minnesota chefs, 2 restaurants among James Beard semifinalists

Two restaurants and more than a dozen chefs from Minnesota eateries are in the running for the "Oscars of the food world."
by Nancy Yang

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When dating in the era of divisive politics, both sides stick to themselves

When dating in the era of divisive politics, both sides stick to themselves

Many singles are using their dating profiles to say they're not interested in dating people who don't share their political preference. Politically segregated dating websites are booming.

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German shepherd from Wisconsin wins best in show at Westminster

German shepherd from Wisconsin wins best in show at Westminster

Rumor was crowned America's top dog Tuesday night when, a year after a near miss on the very same green carpet, she came out of retirement to win best in show at the Westminster Kennel Club.
by The Associated Press

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Lonely on Valentine's Day? Celebrate love that reaches beyond romance

Lonely on Valentine's Day? Celebrate love that reaches beyond romance

Author Sarah Hepola is used to being alone and disappointed on Valentine's Days. But this year her outlook has changed. "My life is rich with love, even if it's not the kind I expected," she says.
by Sarah Hepola

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Winona houseboat culture's a breeze, if you can stay afloat

Winona houseboat culture's a breeze, if you can stay afloat

Life on the Mississippi is a joy, mostly, for the folks who live in the city's funky houseboat community. That doesn't mean it's easy keeping the muskrats out, or the winter ice at bay.
by Catharine Richert

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